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4 Berth camper conversion . 4 belted seats. Newly converted in May 2022. 2006 model. 74000 miles. (I am the first UK owner) Full UK service history, avisory free MOT until May 2024.3.0 litre Lexus engine .ULEZ compliant, Automatic. Cam belt replaced. Drivelodge pop top roof with led lights ,vents & providing 2 additional berths. Awning rail, solar panel, leisure battery, 230 volt external socket. Side kitchen with 2 ring gas hob , sink & tap.Dometic compressor fridge. Foldable removable table, fresh & waste water containers, ample storage cupboards& racks,removable work surface allowing space for 12/230v cold box(included)or further storage space.12,230 & usb sockets, solar controller,full length rock & roll bed with storage below, privacy curtain,full set of blackout curtains,front thermal blackout blinds passenger swivel seat,rear storage cupboards, space for gas bottle(included),consumer unit. Also includes the following extras; VANGO AIRBEAM SKY CANOPY WITH SIDE WALLS DOMETIC 12/240V COMPRESSOR FRIDGE THERMAL BLINDS FOR FRONT WINDSCREEN & WINDOWS 12/230v PORTABLE COOL BOX PORTA POTTI WITH COVER 2 GAS BOTTLES ELECTRIC HOOK UP CABLE £21,995 ONO In immaculate condition inside & out . Completely ready for the road. Our dream van but sadly has to be spld due to ill health. Many more photos available on request.

Sadly unable to make it tomorrow but just wanted to add my best wishes to all , especially to the organisers, and sincerely hope that everyone has the most memorable day. Hope the convoy makes it on to the news!!!!. Would it be possible to somehow obtain a club sticker by post if there are any left??? Kind regards Russ

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Thank you so much again for the info. Russ

Many thanks for that. Will look in to it. My rail is only about 2100mm though. Would it work with the overhang each side? Regards Russ

Looks good!!!!... what make etc? cheers Russ

Thought it might be. Bought mine from them. Very similar interior fittings & layout. 👍

Hi Jonathan Is your van from Andy's Imports? Cheers Russ

A quick update re thermal blinds; Went with a five piece front set from Fuel Lagoon. £69.99 including delivery. Good quality product, fully reversible and pretty much a perfect fit all round with no gaps. Can definitely recommend these.

There are full sets of these type of blinds available on Amazon/Ebay etc for around £136. ( silver one side, black on the other& fitted with suction cups) Does anyone have experience of using these type of blinds? Are they a decent fit with no gaps, are they reversible, & do they actually make any difference re condensation? Many thanks Russ

Also have solar panel.....great as charges battery even when sun not shining

Rock n Roll bed easily big enough for 2 adults. (and 2 small dogs!!!) bit of extra room on the other side to kitchen due to the curved trim card. Pop top ideal for one ... I just used a 6ft x 2ft mattress topper as a mattress... very comfortable once you're up there. Try it all out at home before you do a trip. Find out what works for you.... and doesn't!!! TOP TIP!!.... fill the kettle & get tea/coffee ready before you go to bed.... saves a lot of faff in the morning!!!😁

I have a full set of curtains but Im also looking into thermal window blinds (2006 Alphard) Full set on Ebay/Amazon etc for around£136. Has anyone used these type of blinds? Are they a decent fit with no gaps etc? Are they reversible? Do they lessen the amount of condensation? Many thanks Russ

Many thanks for the advice. I've still not decided as yet. been looking at quite a few DIY awnings on Youtube etc .... a lot of good ideas out there including a roll out awning which takes half the time of even the basic sun canopy awnings to put up!! May go down that route as would be something entirely bespoke to the van.

Can highly recommend Andy's Imports. Specialises in Alphard camper conversions. High quality vehicles & workmanship. Andy himself is extremely knowledgeable on anything to do with Alphards and made the whole buying process so easy. Definitely no hard sell, and takes the time to answer any questions you may have.... in fact good old fashioned service..... something rare these days

Just to echo the comments re Andy's Imports. I also bought mine from Andy in July. I initially only went to have a look round but was so impressed with the quality of the vehicles, and with Andy's help and extensive knowledge that I decided there and then to buy. I also went for the side kitchen as I think the flatter but less wide rock &roll bed is definately better than the wider bench seat/chair configuration which is not completely flat, (and also allows space for a portaloo.....a must!!!!! Wasn't too bothered about a pop top either but a game changer being able to stand up in the van so went for that too.

Hi All Anyone fitted a Vanolarm system to an Alphard? Uses door handle motion sensor alarms & has a tracker. Ive seen them on some motorhome youtube channels & company web site informative. Grateful if anyone has any experience of using this system. Regards Russ

I was looking at a "Vanolarm" system with door sensor alarms & GPS tracker. I have seen these on some motorhome youtube channels etc & the company web site is very informative, but has anyone fitted one in an Alphard & if so,was it satisfactory Thanks in advance Russ

Hi . Can anyone kindly recommend an awning that would be suitable for a c section rail that is approx 2.1m?.....cant seem to find anything less than 2.4m wide. Many thanks Russ

Certainly wasnt straightforward finding insurance , but of the 4 quotes I did actually manage to get, ( 27/7/2022), best price was with Adrian Flux, £260 for myself & partner, full comp S,D&P. (Alphard 3.0 camper) None of the comparison sites even recognised the vehicle & even some insurers on the list on these pages who insure JDM vehicles, wont offer cover on camper vans anyway.

Just purchased my 2006 3.0 camper conversion. A truly amazing vehicle, totally exceeded my expectations!! Hoping to get to the Big Meet in October. Cheers Russ